Christ and Buddha and Other Sketches

Christ and Buddha and Other Sketches is a book written by C. Jinarajadasa, which explores the teachings and lives of two of the world's most influential spiritual leaders, Jesus Christ and Gautama Buddha. In this book, the author presents a series of essays or sketches that examine the similarities and differences between the teachings of these two great figures, and how they have influenced the world's religious and philosophical traditions.The book is divided into four parts, with the first part focusing on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. The author explores the concept of Christ as a divine figure, the nature of his teachings, and his role as a savior. The second part of the book focuses on the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha, examining his teachings on the nature of suffering, the path to enlightenment, and the concept of Nirvana.The third part of the book explores the similarities and differences between the teachings of Christ and Buddha, examining their views on topics such as compassion, love, and the nature of the self. The final part of the book contains three additional sketches, which examine the lives and teachings of other spiritual figures, including Ramakrishna, Vivekananda, and Krishnamurti.Overall, Christ and Buddha and Other Sketches is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of two of the world's most influential spiritual leaders. It offers readers a deeper understanding of the similarities and differences between these two great figures, and how their teachings have influenced the world's religious and philosophical traditions.1911. Words from one of the leading figures of the Theosophical Society. Contents: Christ and Buddha; Chatta and the Buddha; Agade-1500 B.C.; Good King Wenceslas; The Baby White Elephant; My Cat; The Helper; and The Master. See other works by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.